unit 6 , unit 9-1 Flashcards
What are the functions of the legislative branch?
The functions of the legislative branch are responsible for MAKING LAWS
- declare war
-approve treaties
-impeach the president
How does the role of the legislative branch differ in domestic and foreign policy?
The role differs because legislative only worries about citizens within country and foreign people worry about how making laws that affect their relationship with other countries/
How can the legislative branch check the power of the executive and judicial branches?
Can check executive by
-overide presidential veto
-impeach the president
-confirm or reject presidential appointments
How have the powers of the legislative branch changed since the ratification of the Constitution?
The powers have changed by the legislative branch gained more power over executive branch through the passage of laws and war power act and ect.